FINANCIAL SERVICES INSTITUTE
About The Course
The International Financial Services Diploma provides a comprehensive introduction to international financial services and its regulation, with a particular emphasis on the Cayman Islands. The programme covers each of the key financial services as well as an introduction to regulation, taxation, and a number of global policy issues.
Key Features
Course details
Dates: (12-month period)
October 2025 – 2026
Time: Wednesdays, 6pm – 8pm
Cost per Diploma:
Cayman based students – KYD $6,000 (in person and online modules)
Overseas students – KYD$5,500
(online modules only)
*Application deadline: 26 June 2025
*This deadline is only for Caymanians interested in applying for the Government scholarship. There is no application deadline for overseas based students. All other students are encouraged to apply by 15th September.

IFSD Course Curriculum
The IFS Diploma consists of nine course modules. Each of the courses is delivered through a flexible hybrid format incorporating in person lectures or online modules to accommodate different learning preferences and schedules.
Curriculum |
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History of Financial Services & Introduction to International Banking |
Trusts & Corporate Services |
Captive Insurance I |
Captive Insurance II & Reinsurance Services |
Investment Funds I |
Investment Funds II |
Financial Regulation |
Global Taxation Landscape |
International Financial Services: seminars & research |
2025 – 2026
IFSD Course Schedule
For students looking to do the course during a traditional academic year the International Financial Services Diploma will run from October 2025 to October 2026. Classes will be held weekly on Wednesday evenings from 6pm to 8pm. *For all other students the course runs for 12 months from your chosen start date.*